This & That for May
This & That posts are my favorites because I get to share the things I’m excited about, wanting to experience, wanting to buy and more importantly, wanting to eat!
I’m still in the midst of my May madness and calling myself the chaos coordinator, which feels very accurate right about now!
My birthday was last Wednesday and it was wonderful…Baldy and I tried a new restaurant in Greensboro NC called White & Wood! It was beyond fabulous and will definitely be a go-to spot for us. My gift from Baldy was a set of crystal chime bowls which I’ve been wanting for quite a while. The sound these bowls make for meditation, is beyond relaxing! Now…I just need to learn to play them!
This past weekend was filled with wedding activities for our friends daughter who got married on Saturday…the bridesmaids luncheon was here on Friday and the beautiful wedding was Saturday evening. Sunday we had a quiet Mother’s Day with family which was just what I wanted.
I’m deeming this week the unofficial start to my year long birthday celebration. This is the last decade of my 50’s and I intend to make it the best year ever. My real birthday day was beyond crazy all day long (until our nice dinner) . The whole week was actually very crazy but…this week, Baldy is out of town until Friday and I’m filling my time with all things that feed my soul!
I had an appointment later today for a Morpheus 8 appointment. Morpheus 8 is similar to micro-needling but goes much deeper. I combined the Morpheus 8 with IPL laser and it’s hard tell any results yet because I’m still red and splotchy but it looks much better this morning. I’ll be able to wear makeup today and do anything I want. Improvement will happen over the next few days and I have two more treatments after this!
Some of you may know that I did the Halo laser recently… I’m going to be completely honest and say that I didn’t see any results which was very disappointing and expensive. If you are considering the Halo, I would recommend checking into it before you jump in.
The month of May seems to have gotten busier than the holiday season, but the promise of summer is around the corner and I couldn’t be more ready!
Here are a few things I’m loving right now…enjoy!
Movies, Netflix, YouTube
July 15 can’t come soon enough…that’s the date that Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris will finally be released and I will see this movie on that day! “Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris is the enchanting tale of a seemingly ordinary British housekeeper whose dream to own a couture Christian Dior gown takes her on an extraordinary adventure to Paris.”
This sounds like an absolute dream of a movie! and I can’t wait to see it! Watch the trailer below!
I have not yet seen season one of Julia…it is on my list for June, but there is rumor that season 2 is coming soon. It seems like a good binge worthy show to watch this summer! I’ve read My Life in France and and Julie and Julia and I can remember watching Julia Child on PBS when I was a child and loving her. Several years ago, my daughter gave me a vintage copy of Mastering the Art of French Cooking and it is one of my prized possessions. I’m fascinated by the life of Julia Child because not only was she an amazing chef, she was also fiercely independent and a woman who lived life on her own terms. I know this series will be worth watching!
Products
I was recently gifted these products from Nécessaire and they have turned out to be amazing! I love them so much that they are already almost gone and I’m definitely going to buy them again!
Bella Grace Liquid Collagen
Contains the world’s best and most clinically studied form of collagen - Verisol
I’ve used many brands of collagen over the last several years and this one from Bella Grace is my favorite so far! Be sure to check out the website to learn more!
Home
Serena & Lily is more than just furniture and accessories…it’s a true lifestyle brand inspiring a beautiful, serene way of living! I have quite a wishlist from Serena & Lily and the table pictured above is definitely on it! I can imagine setting this beautiful table for every outdoor occasion and I’m sure if it was on our patio, I would have many more parties than I do now!
Shop a few of my favorites at all price points below…
It’s time to switch up our bed for summer and I just ordered this Camellia Ivory Scalloped Duvet Cover Set from Crane & Canopy! I think the white will give the room a light and airy feel for the warmer months ahead!
Summer
I’m sure that by now you all know my love for the Quilted Koala Brand! Quilted Koala is a woman owned company and they make fun handbags, beach bags and accessories! You will certainly always stand out in the most stylish way when you carry a Quilted Koala bag! I was fortunate enough to have been gifted this amazing beach bag and as a result, I was inspired to do a “What’s in My Beach Bag” Instagram post where I shared my favorites for a day at the beach!
The whole outfit above has been worn on repeat because the weather has been so wacky lately! I will say that I’m very obsessed with this orange Chloe bag and will wear it all summer long! Let’s just call it my summer splurge!
Food
Lemony Tortellini Soup with Spinach & Dill via Bon Appetite
I’m making this over the weekend…it looks so delicious!
Inspiration
I’m continuing my coaching program which lasts for another. 21 days! I’ve learned so much and can’t wait to share more! Journey of Becoming begins again on June 15 and this time will include more video which was a request from the ladies who joined last time. As I continue to learn and let my curiosity lead me, I will only make this program better. I’m also offering a shorter program which will start on June 1. I’ll have more information available about that program very soon! Have. agreat day!